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Saturday, February 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 6,000 votes have been cast in the first food poll of 2025 to find the best wings in the Wilmington area, amidst various local dining updates including new hotel restaurants and upcoming food events. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Wilmington, NC, launches its first Social District in the Brooklyn Arts District, allowing visitors to enjoy alcoholic beverages outdoors during three Saturdays in February. WWAY
- ➤ Wilmington’s Downtown Riverwalk will undergo a $1.1 million repair project starting Feb. 3 to address drainage issues, with completion expected in early June. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wilmington Theater Awards, now in its 12th year, will celebrate over 100 nominees in its 2025 ceremony at Thalian Hall on March 26. Port City Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michael Easley Jr., U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, will resign on February 3rd to ensure his office remains apolitical, after being appointed by President Biden in 2021 and unanimously confirmed by the Senate. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will hold a public meeting on February 13 about the project to deepen Wilmington Harbor to 47 feet. WWAY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A New Hanover County task force, supported by the SYNC grant, aims to combat adverse childhood experiences by bringing together local experts to develop strategies for strengthening community resilience and support systems. WHQR
SPORTS NEWS
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Support Group for Mothers of Adult Children
Mothers Praying for Adult Children (MPAC) is a support group that meets twice a month to provide encouragement and biblical resources for mothers seeking to pray more effectively for their adult children.
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Korean Cooking Class at Hi-Wire Brewing
This interactive cooking class offers participants a hands-on opportunity to create authentic Korean dishes while supporting community initiatives.
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North Carolina Jazz Festival - Friday Night Performance
The North Carolina Jazz Festival will feature All-Star musicians performing in seven unique sets with different leaders at Hotel Ballast in Wilmington.
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North Carolina Jazz Festival - Saturday Evening Performance
The North Carolina Jazz Festival features All-Star musicians performing in multiple sets, showcasing both favorite and new artists in a celebrated musical event.
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Intensive EMT Training Course in Wilmington, NC
This in-person EMT training course is scheduled at the National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education, offering comprehensive education from February 10 to March 2, 2025.
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Weekly Alcoholics Anonymous Discussion Meeting
This weekly meeting offers individuals a supportive environment to discuss alcohol addiction and recovery in Wilmington.
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Valentine's Weekend Getaway at Wilmington KOA Holiday
Celebrate Valentine's weekend by booking a deluxe cabin at Wilmington KOA Holiday, where you'll receive a special treat upon arrival.
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Seahawk Sun Run 2025
The Seahawk Sun Run is a community running event hosted at the University of North Carolina Wilmington as part of the North Carolina Azalea Festival.
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Sam Bush Concert in Wilmington
Grammy-winning musician Sam Bush, known as the 'Father of Newgrass,' will perform at the Brooklyn Arts Center, blending bluegrass with jazz, rock, and country elements.
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Tidewater Camellia Show and Sale
The Tidewater Camellia Club hosts a show featuring hundreds of blooms evaluated by American Camellia Society judges, attracting exhibitors from across the Southeast.
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Strut for Childhood Cancer Race
Join us on March 8, 2025, for the 16th annual Strut for Childhood Cancer Race, which benefits Cape Fear children battling cancer through Children's Cancer Partners of the Carolinas. Our 1-mile fun run begins at 9 am, and our timed 5K begins at 9:30.
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